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Bernadette O’Riordan – Cork – Knee Replacement Surgery

  • Knee Replacement
  • 16/05/2024
Bernadette O’Riordan – Cork – Knee Replacement Surgery

🏨Bernadette from Co. Cork endured over two decades of rheumatoid arthritis and worsening pain in her left shin.
Bernadette found herself facing a daunting wait of three to four years for a knee replacement in Ireland.
However, hope arrived with Healthcare Abroad, recommended by her granddaughter’s friend.
Initially, she was skeptical about seeking treatment abroad, but Bernadette’s doubts disappeared quickly because of the exceptional care and communication she experienced from the very beginning. Bernadette felt supported at every step.
Now, as she undergoes treatment abroad, Bernadette is filled with gratitude for the advanced physiotherapy and unwavering focus on achieving a pain-free outcome.
Bernadette plans to spread the word about Healthcare Abroad’s transformative services with her sights set on a future filled with walking and travelling alongside her husband.
We are delighted for Bernadette and her newfound hope for a brighter, pain-free future!
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    Ann Troy

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    • 26/11/2024

    "If you’re on a long waiting list, my advice is simple: don’t hesitate. Healthcare Abroad made the process simple, quick, and comfortable. I’d recommend them to anyone."

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  • Anthony Hallinan

    Anthony Hallinan

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    • 06/11/2024

    "I’m gonna be able to play with my grandkid again, and I’m absolutely buzzing!"

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  • Adam Bailey

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    • 24/04/2024

    “I was in so much pain I couldn’t sleep or bend my knee and being self-employed, I needed to get fixed. A visit to A&E didn’t work out so I googled knee replacement and Healthcare Abroad came up. I rang Chris on a Sunday night in extreme pain and was so relieved when he picked up.”

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  • Suzanne Walker

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    • 22/04/2024

    “I work in retail and two years ago I started to experience pain in my hip that progressively got worse to the point that I couldn’t walk anymore."

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  • Aileen Whyte

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    The other patients who were in Denia all supported each other and the craic there at meal times and by the pool helped keep the spirits up. I definitely have made some great friends on this trip.

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  • Richie Power

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    • Hip Replacement
    • 13/03/2024

    "I first contacted Healthcare Abroad on February 2nd this year. Within a few days, everything was arranged"

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  • Bernadette O’Riordan

    Bernadette O’Riordan

    • Knee Replacement
    • 05/03/2024

    Bernadette O’Riordan, from Cork said “everything was absolutely amazing! From the communication with Chris, the drivers, to Dr Henkel promising pain-free treatment, it has been fabulous.” Bernadette had been constantly seeing her GP for rheumatoid arthritis for over 20 years,

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